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When it comes to lazy weekends, few things are more welcomed than long, leisurely breakfasts, and with that indulgence surely comes a host of sweet and savory morning classics, like French toast, waffles, eggs, bacon and hash browns. The beauty of hash browns is that the dish can be a version of anything from the rustic simplicity of shredded spuds to a dressed-up potato casserole with fresh veggies.

No matter if you like your spuds tender, crispy, sweet or fried, check out Food Network’s top-five hash-brown recipes below to find a mix of classic and creative twists on this morning mainstay, and learn new ways to put the everyday potato to work at your breakfast table.

Save time in the kitchen by starting with frozen shredded spuds to make this crowd-pleasing potato bake (pictured above). This surprisingly healthy casserole is baked with cremini mushrooms and cheddar for heft and richness, plus a duo of Greek yogurt and reduced-fat sour cream, which offers a creamy texture without added calories.